Marine Metal LB-11 Bait Bucket Lid with Bubble Box Aerator

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Item weight: 1 Pounds
Product dimensions: 12.5"L x 3"W x 12.5"H

Quick take

A universal bucket lid with built-in bubble aerator that keeps live bait lively for 40+ hours.

The Marine Metal LB-11 is a replacement lid for a 5-gallon bait bucket with a battery-powered Bubble Box aerator built in. The lid has a wide opening for reaching live bait, a cutting surface for prepping it, and tabs that hold tools like pliers or a dip net. It runs on two D batteries, which are sold separately, and works with fresh or salt water. It suits anglers who already have a bucket and want to keep bait lively on the way to the water.

Best for

Live bait fishing where bait freshness matters
Saltwater chunking and offshore trips
Day trips where you want your bait to stay aggressive

Skip if

You fish dead or cut bait only
You use commercial bait aerators on your livewell

Strengths

Bubble box aerator runs 40 to 44 hours on alkaline D batteries
Universal fit lid works on most 5 and 6 gallon buckets
Built-in cutting board and tool tabs keep everything in one place

Trade-offs

Batteries are not included and must be replaced after 40 hours of use
Bubble aerators are less efficient than power-driven livewell systems
The lid takes up space on top of your bucket and can shift in the boat

Fishing fit

Water: Freshwater
Saltwater

Specifications

Specifications
Type	bait aerator
Compatibility	Fits 3.5 to 7 gallon buckets
Runtime	44 hours on 2 D batteries
Air output	1.14 cubic ft per minute

Updated 17 October 2026